What’s On

Christmas fun at The Pavilion, Rhyl

Jason Manford: Like Me, 27th November

He’s back! It’s been a busy few years for Jason since his last smash-hit stand-up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know that this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit in that time. 7.30pm. Tickets £32.

Cinderella, 8th-31st December

You shall go to the ball this Christmas! A favourite for panto season, starring Hayley Tamaddon (Coronation Street, Emmerdale) as the Fairy Godmother and Balamory’s Andrew Agnew as Buttons. Times vary. Tickets from £11.50. www.rhyl

pavilion.co.uk

Galeri Caernarfon has all the moves

George Egg: Movable Feast, 5th

November A new comedy-andcooking show from the awardwinning stand-up, who makes gourmet food on stage. George demonstrates ways to procure items from the buffet trolley, beat rip-off restaurant prices at the airport and even shows you how to turn unexpected roadworks into a picnic. It’s cheeky, anarchic and creative. 7.30pm. Tickets from £10.

Omar Sosa & Seckou Keita,

20th November Cuban-born piano virtuoso Omar Sosa and Senegalese kora maestro Seckou Keita perform a unique fusion of Latin and African- inspired music. Joining the duo is Venezuelan percussionist Gustavo Ovalles. 7.30pm. Tickets from £15.

Blazin’ Fiddles, 26th November

Performing a virtuosic selection of diverse Highland and Island voices, the Blazers pack all the power, passion and sensitivity of Scotland’s traditional music into a single show. The liveliest and warmest of hootenannies! 7.30pm. Tickets from £16.

Met Opera Live: Eurydice, 4th

December The ancient Greek myth of Orpheus, who tried to harness the power of music to rescue his beloved Eurydice from the underworld, has inspired composers since opera’s earliest days. In this live screening, composer Matthew Aucoin carries that tradition into the 21st century with a captivating new take. 5.55pm. Tickets from £12. www.galericaernarfon.com

Virtual music festival

This year’s 50th North Wales Internation Music Festival is being staged as a hybrid event. Six live concerts were filmed in the festival’s traditional home, St Asaph Cathedral, and others have been recorded elsewhere, and these will be shown free of charge online from 15th November to 15th December. Concerts include London Tango Quintet, NEW Sinfonia with pianist John Frederick Hudson, Ensemble Cymru, UK Gospel Choir, composer Paul Mealor, folk musician Gwenan Gibbard, the BBC National Orchestra of Wales and Catrin Finch with Seckou Keita. www.nwimf.com

Race into winter

Frosty weather may be here, but there is still great sporting action at Bangoron-Dee Racecourse.

Tote Raceday, 10th November

This eagerly anticipated fixture will have a thrilling race card – the perfect tonic to beat the winter blues. Gates open at 10.30am.

Sky Sports Racing Race

Day, 27th November This highly anticipated late autumn race day has an exhilarating race card and the very best in hospitality on offer. There’s no other place to be before the Christmas break. Gates open at 10.30am.

Christmas Special, 10th

December The last race day of 2021 will be a spectacle you won’t want to miss! Horse racing during the month of December isn’t common, so enjoy all the thrills surrounded by the stunning Welsh winter landscape. Gates open at 10.30am.

www.bangorondeeraces.co.uk

Room at the top

Join the Mountain Coach, Charlie Wardle, for an Aber Falls and Snowdon hiking weekend on the 13th and 14th of November. This is a great opportunity to tackle the mighty Snowdon and see some stunning parts of north Wales. The group will meet at 1.30pm at Aber Falls for a beautiful walk of about two and a half hours, including the waterfalls with an overnight stay at the Caernarfon Marina. Tickets from £85.

www.themountaincoach.com

A reindeer safari

Indulge your imagination with a wonderful adventure from the comfort of your own car at the Reindeer Lodge, Mold, between

27th November

and 24th December. Enjoy a drive-in theatre show and the illuminated lakeside and enchanted woodland lighting trail. Visitors will be able to view the reindeer in their paddocks, and the safari is completed with a hidden Elf Village and drive-through Toy Workshop, where Santa has a gift for every child. Entry from £35 per car.

www.reindeerlodge.co.uk

Variety at Venue Cymru

Rob Brydon: A Night Of Song

& Laughter, 9th November Rob regales audiences with hilarious tales from his distant and recent past, plus a selection of songs. 7.30pm. Tickets £40.50.

That’ll Be The Day Christmas

Show, 11th November The best pop Christmas classics and traditional festive songs with hilarious comedy routines. 7pm. Tickets from £25.50.

The Overtones, 10th

November Catch the multiplatinum selling vocal harmony group on their 10th anniversary tour. 7.30pm. Tickets from £30.

Katherine Jenkins, 17th

November Performing songs from her 14th studio album, Cinema Paradiso. 7.30pm. Tickets from £28.50.

Waterfalls and whisky

Get the festive spirit on a tour of Aber Falls Distillery, Abergwyngregyn. Explore the first whisky distillery in north Wales in over 100 years, learning about its 100% single malt Welsh whisky and sampling award-winning gins and liqueurs. Tours run between 10am and 4pm, seven days a week.

www.aberfallsdistillery.com

Holidays in Holt

Christmas is coming to Bellis Brothers in Holt. There’s a Santa’s Grotto on Saturdays from 27th November to 18th December, and you can have breakfast with Santa on weekends in December and from 20th to 23rd December. Other highlights include bellringers in store on 11th December.

www.bellisbrothers.co.uk

Santa’s magical farm

Santa and his elves will be at Greenacres Animal Park in Deeside from 4th December. Help the elves make reindeer food, enjoy unlimited rides on the fairground and chill with Mrs Claus in her movie room. All good boys and girls will receive a present. The park is open weekends and daily from 21st to 23rd December. www.

greenacresanimalpark.co.uk

Weave your way to Ruthin Craft Centre

Basketry: Rhythm, Renewal & Reinvention is on dispay at Ruthin Craft Centre until 9th January, offering a visual slice of contemporary UK basket making. The exhibition includes works by 35 makers over three galleries, demonstrating what is being made today – and by whom – across basketry’s beautiful variety of shapes, materials and weaves. Admission is free. For more, visit www.ruthincraftcentre.org.uk.

Ocean Film Festival, 19th

November A carefully curated selection of short films that celebrate our oceans. 7.30pm. Tickets from £14.50.

School Of Rock, 22nd-27th

November Andrew Lloyd Webber’s hit musical based on the movie starring Jack Black. Wannabe rock star Dewey Finn poses as a substitute teacher. 7.30pm. Tickets from £19.

www.venuecymru.co.uk

Put pen to paper

Caffi Isa in Mynydd Isa holds its first Big Word Weekend from 12th to 14th November. Events will cover fiction, nonfiction, comedy, poetry and comics, with special appearances from Jess Doyle, Gaynor Jones, Ian Prowse and Dr Miranda Kaufmann (pictured above). See Facebook for details, including event prices and times.

Marvellous markets in Colwyn Bay

Visitors to Colwyn Bay have two markets to choose from this winter. The artisan market hosts an eclectic mix of arts and crafts, as well as food and drink. The local market, meanwhile, sells homewares, fashion, plants, fresh food and more. Both markets take place on 20th November from 10am until 4pm, with a Christmas special on 11th December.

WHAT’S ON IN BRIEF

2ND-14TH NOVEMBER

•2nd, 9th,

16th, 23rd & 30th November, Crafternoon Club, The Lost Sheep Company, Colwyn Bay

Fibre-crafting sessions are great for improving wellbeing and making new friends. Every Tuesday, 2pm-4pm. £5. www. thelostsheepcompany.co.uk

•7th

November, Fireworks Display, North Shore Beach, Llandudno

Enjoy the spectacle of fi reworks over the sea. 6.20pm. In the event of bad weather, 8th November at 7pm.

•7th November, Ariel Lanyi,

Piano, Theatr Clwyd, Mold

The Dudley International Piano Competition winner and Berliner Philharmoniker soloist performs pieces by Mozart, Brahms, Albéniz and Beethoven. 7.30pm. From £10. www.theatrclwyd.com

•7th November,

Wildfowl & Wader Walk, RSPB Conwy, Llandudno

Junction Join the warden to discover the birds of the estuary. Join for high tide and challenge your bird-identifi cation skills. 11am. Booking essential. £8 members, £12 non-members. events.rspb.org.uk

•8th

November, Lampshade Making Workshop, The Crafting Cow, Plas Pentwyn,

Wrexham A lampshade kit is included, but you’ll need to supply your own fabric. 6.30pm-9pm. £30. www. facebook.com/thecraftingcow

•12th-14th November,

NovemberFest, St Mary’s

Church Hall, Mold The real ale festival is back, with over 30 ales, lagers, ciders and wine. www.moldnovemberfest.org.uk

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14TH-27TH NOVEMBER

•14th November, Anglesey

Trail, Newborough Forest,

Anglesey The half marathon, 10k and cani-cross events are set among stunning forest and sea views. There is also a lively event village. £27.95. www.alwaysaimhighevents.com

•14th

November, Mold Artisan Market, town centre

Showcasing creative crafters, makers and foodies from the local area. 11am-4pm.

•17th

November & 15th December, Colour Wheel Workshop,

Galeri Caernarfon An adult art session with artist and tutor Jwls Williams. 10.30am. £10. www.galericaernarfon.com

•21st

November, Beaumaris Antique & Collectors’ Fair, Beaumaris

Leisure Centre Anglesey’s biggest monthly antiques fair with up to 50 tables. 9.30am-4pm. Entry £1.

Winter at Theatr Clwyd

National Dance Company Wales:

Here, 5th & 6th November Immerse yourself in an hour of dance that will make you groove, giggle and gasp. Featuring magical illusions, colourful costumes and live music. 7.30pm. Tickets from £10.

Possible, 19th November National Theatre Wales presents a playful and profound piece of storytelling that blurs one man’s reality with live music and surreal, cinematic visuals. 7.30pm. Tickets from £10.

Beauty & The Beast, 19th November-15th January

The rock’n’roll panto is back, with bonkers frocks, dazzling sets and anarchic panto puppets. Times vary. Tickets from £15.

DID YOU KNOW?

Possible was created by awardwinning playwright Shôn DaleJoygernaut, 24th November Jones Written and performed by Andy Craven-Griffiths, using elements of physical theatre, comedy and even origami. 7.30pm. Tickets From £10. www.theatrclwyd.com

Winter garden at Plas Newydd

Enjoy the ever-changing sights at Plas Newydd, Anglesey with a walk around the garden, and discover secluded spots where you can take a moment and enjoy the views. There are two hides along the paths by the Menai Strait, from which you can observe the varied birdlife in the woodland and along the shoreline. www.

nationaltrust.org.uk/plasnewydd-house-and-garden

Keep dancing

Music and movement for health and fitness are very much in mind at Pontio in Bangor. On 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th November join National Dance Company Wales for its Dance For Parkinson’s. And on 18th November, Heb Ffiniau, led by dance practitioner Sarah Mumford, focuses on relaxation and exercise. www.pontio.co.uk

It’s party time at Ty Pawb – excellent!

Record Fair, 27th November.

Thirty stalls from the UK’s top record dealers. Funk, soul, jazz, rock, pop, hip-hop, Motown and more, plus live music and a bar. Free entry.

Christmas Party Night with Rhythm Train, 17th December

Dance till you drop at a fabulously festive evening of live music from one of the UK’s top party cover bands. 7pm. Tickets £12.

www.typawb.wales

•24th

November & 2nd December, Wreath Making, Fron Goch Garden Centre, Caernarfon

Create a traditional Christmas garland. 9.30am. £35. www. frongoch-gardencentre.co.uk

•27th November, Christmas

Fun at Ruthin Goal Museum

Christmas-themed market with hot food and drink. 10am-4pm.

•27th November, Betwsy-Coed Trail Challenge A choice of half marathon, 10k, 5k and cani-cross, From £20. www.trailbetws.com

•27th November, Fame Jr,

Llanfairfechan Town Hall

Theatre, Conwy A bittersweet but inspiring story of artistic students. 7pm. From £8. www.ticketsource.co.uk

Remembering loved ones this Christmas

St David’s Hospice in Llandudno is holding two special events to celebrate the lives of loved ones. Families can dedicate a light on the tree at St David’s Hospice Rotary Tree of Lights, which takes place in Rhos-on-Sea on 28th November. Then on 4th December, join the Christmas Memories Walk along Llandudno seafront. Entry is £16 adults, £12 children. For details, visit www.stdavidshospice.org.uk.

O the beaten track

Mountain leader Jason Wango presents Happy Stroll Snowdon, a guided, circular walk on 20th November. Starting at 7.45am, you’ll ascend Snowdon by the lesser-known Rhyd-Ddu path. At the summit, enjoy a well-earned lunch before descending via the Ranger path.

The route is challenging, but the pace will be steady. No climbing or scrambling is required, but some sections require extreme care. Tickets cost £30 per person from www.eventbrite.co.uk.

Christmas treats at Dobbies

Dobbies Wrexham is transformed into a festive winter wonderland from 4th December. Walk through the magical outdoor display and be welcomed by Santa himself in his grotto. Every child will receive an ageappropriate gift and special photos can also be purchased For the full Dobbies Christmas experience, tuck into a Santa’s Breakfast too. Book via www.dobbies.com.

DID YOU KNOW? Baskery have supported Seth Lakeman and Robbie Williams

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27TH NOVEMBER2ND DECEMBER

Music for all tastes

The Blue Sky Café in Bangor is back, offering an exciting line-up of live music into the winter:

Baskery, 3rd November Three Swedish sisters – “the queens of banjopunk” – with a sound that oozes style and playfulness. 7pm. Tickets £13.20.

Washboard Resonators, 17th November. The Leeds duo have been described as “a ragtime street band meets a Hollywood musical on a theatre stage somewhere in around 1932”. 7pm. Tickets £11.

Millie Manders & The Shutup, 25th

November Cross-genre punk that is hard to ignore. 7pm. Tickets £13.20.

Martin Harley, 3rd December Martin returns to Blue Sky with his incredible blues slide guitar sound. 7pm. Tickets £17.60.

Funke & The Two Tone Baby, 9th December.

A one-man phenomenon, frenziedly mixing folk, beat-boxing, blues and electro-pop – a truly unique act that needs to be seen to be believed! 7pm. Tickets £13.20. www.blueskybangor.co.uk

Crackin’ Christmas cruises!

Get ready for some indulgent feasting this Christmas at Llangollen Wharf. There’s a Luxury Festive Afternoon Tea on 27th

November, 5th December

and 19th December, while the Christmas Party Boat sets sail on 11th December, with a retro buffet and festive tunes from across the years.

All cruises board at Llangollen Wharf at noon, returning at 4pm, and tickets cost £29.95.

www.horsedrawnboats.co.uk

Crafting in the countryside

Bodfari’s Woodland Skills Centre offers the chance to learn woodcrafts in the heart of the Clwydian Range. Make bird nest boxes on 20th November, bird feeders on 21st November and Christmas crafts on 27th November and 4th December. For prices, see www.woodlandskillscentre.uk.

Work inspired by the Marches

Mostyn exhibitions

Mostyn in Llandudno hosts two thought-provoking exhibitions until 6th February.

The Ultimate Kiss looks at Jacqueline de Jong, one of the crucial figures of the post-war avant-garde, while Anathemata is a study in corporeal epic poetry by avant-garde artists Antonin Artaud, Pierre Guyotat and David E Jones. Open Tuesday to Sunday. www.mostyn.org

Snooker loopy?

•27th November,

Writing Ecopoetry, Gladstone’s Library,

Hawarden A masterclass with writer in residence Isabel Galleymore. 10am. £55, which includes lunch. www.gladstoneslibrary.org

•27th November,

Kris Drever @ Among the People, Northop Village Hall

The Scottish singer performs acoustic folk from his current Where The World Is Thin album. 7.30pm. From £14. www.ticketsource.co.uk

•27th-28th November,

Christmas Artisan Market, David Hughes Community

Centre, Beaumaris Hunt for those one-of-a-kind artisanmade gifts. 10am-4pm.

•27th

November, 4th, 11th & 18th December Christmas Bistro Evenings, Snowdonia Nurseries & Garden Centre,

Glan Conwy Enjoy a threecourse evening meal with a festive twist in the Olive Tree Restaurant. 8pm. £35. www.snowdonianurseries.co.uk

•28th November, Frost

Fair, High Street,

Mold Showcasing a selection of the very best crafters, makers and creative bakers. 11am-4pm. www. thefrostfair.co.uk

A new, engaging arts and crafts exhibition, Pushing The Boundaries, is at Theatr Clwyd in Mold until 15th January. The collaboration sees six printmakers – Emma Aldridge, Alison Craig, Jacqui Dodds, Carolyn Hudson, Christine Matthews and Estella Scholes – and enameller Jill Leventon, from across Wales and England, responding to the landscape that straddles the present and ancient borders that connect and divide them.

The artists began taking walks together in 2019, investigating places that inspired them in the Marches and Borders, creating work using different techniques. The group’s work is also crossing borders, with an exhibition at Qube Oswestry this September and a further exhibition at Mid Wales Arts early next year. www.theatrclwyd.com The 2021 Betvictor Scottish Open World Snooker Tour takes place at Venue Cymru in Llandudno from 6th to 12th December.

A strong field is once again expected to battle for the Stephen Hendry Trophy at this year’s event. Mark Selby, Ronnie O’Sullivan, Judd Trump, Mark Williams, John Higgins and Anthony McGill could all be in the line-up. For prices and booking visit www. venuecymru.co.uk.

•30th

November22nd December, Christmas Winter Wonderland, North Wales Garden World, Kinmel

Bay Every weekend, come and see Santa and his friends. £6.95. Call 01745 338222. See Facebook for details.

•2nd, 3rd, 16th, 17th & 23rd

December, Supper with Santa,

The Jester’s Tower, Conwy Tuck into a yummy cassoulet supper. There will be festive fun and storytime with Father Christmas and a chance to chat, ask questions and take pictures with the Big Man. 5pm. £15. Book via www.ticketsource.co.uk.

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3RD-11TH DECEMBER

•3rd

December, A Choral Christmas, St Giles’ Parish Church,

Wrexham Join the Fron Male Voice Choir and Lleisiau’r Afon for an evening of Yuletide choral music. 6.45pm. From £11. www.wegottickets.com

•3rd December,

Festive Wreath Workshop, Bodnant Welsh Foods, Tal-y-Cafn

Andrea from Luna Flower talks about structure, fl owers and foliage and how to arrange them. £55. www.bodnant-welshfood.co.uk

•4th December,

5k Santa Dash, Llandudno

seafront Get yourself in the Christmas spirit. Registration from 8am. From £10.www.letsdothis.com

•4th December, Christmas

Fayre, Ruthin Town Square

All-day event for all the family, including market stalls, school choirs and fi re-eaters! Lights switch-on at 5pm.

•5th December, Clwydians Santa Dash, Moel Famau The 5km route takes you up to Moel Famau. Participants can walk, jog or run. Registration from 8am. £16 adults, £10 children. bespokefi tness.niftyentries.com

•11th December,

Medieval Christmas Torchlit Parade,

Conwy Knights and medieval characters carry fl aming brands down Castle Street, fi nishing in Lancaster Square. 5.40pm.

•11th December,

Llandudno Gin Festival, Venue

Cymru Enjoy a carefully curated selection of small-batch, handcrafted gin. 1pm-11pm. From £10. www.tickettailor.com

•11th December, Artisan

Market Does Christmas, Town

Centre, Ruthin Last-minute and unusual festive gifts. 10am-4pm.

•11th & 12th December, Mince

Pie Specials, Bala Lake Railway,

Llanuwchllyn Decorated steam trains travel alongside Wales’s largest natural lake for a beautiful 45-minute journey with delicious mince pies! Booking essential. For information visit bala-lakerailway.co.uk.

Festivities at Theatr Colwyn

Elf The Musical, 4th-6th November

Buddy, raised by elves in the North Pole, goes on a journey to discover who he really is. Times vary. Tickets from £13.70.

The Haunting Of Blaine Manor, 12th November

Prepare to be terrified! Written and directed by Joe O’Byrne. 7.30pm. Tickets from £15.50.

Arrival: The Hits Of Abba, 1st December

Combining Abba’s trademark harmonies, authentic replica costumes and interactive video projection. 7.30pm. Tickets from £20.

DID YOU KNOW?

Christmas with Blake, When Elf The Musical premiered, Cheers’ George 4th December Relax to the Wendt played harmonious sounds of this Brit- Santa Award-winning trio. 7.30pm. Tickets £24.50. www.theatrcolwyn.co.uk

Appreciate the smaller things

Dr Erica McAlister from the Natural History Museum delivers this year’s Lacey Lecture at Venue Cymru, Llandudno, on 20th November. “The Small Things That Matter: The Life & Times Of Flies” looks at the flies in your garden and discusses the impact of these much-maligned creatures.

www.venuecymru.co.uk

Escape in Snowdonia

If you’re looking to de-stress before the Christmas rush, Large Outdoors has two getaways in Llanberis. The Yoga & Walking Weekend, from 12th to 14th November, blends guided walking with beginners’ yoga sessions, with prices from £235.

The Christmas Walking Holiday, from 23rd to 28th December, combines lovely walks, sociable evenings and plenty of good cheer from £545.

For the full programme, visit www.largeoutdoors.com.

Be creative in Conwy

A stone’s throw from Conwy Castle, Tân y Ddraig Ceramic Café invites you to get your hands dirty this winter at its Introduction to Ceramics from 3rd November. Over six weeks, participants will gain an understanding of the ceramic design, construction and decoration process. Tickets cost £120, including all tuition, materials, tools, storage of work, and firings. Book in the café or at www.tanyddraig.co.uk.

Give back at Erddig

Enjoy the gift of giving this Christmas by leaving a donation for the Wrexham food bank at Erddig’s Reverse Grotto, open at weekends from 4th to 19th December.

While you’re there, say a quick, socially distanced hello to Father Christmas, who’ll be around to say thank you for helping families in need from 11am to 4pm. For more information and events, visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/erddig.

Songs and laughter at Neuadd Ogwen

Neuadd Ogwen in Bethesda has an exciting and eclectic line-up this winter. See acoustic performer Ben Caplan on 5th November, followed by comedian Kiri Pritchard-McLean on 27th November, while Band Pres Llareggub celebrate Twixmas on 28th December.

www.neuaddogwen.com

Christmas is sorted in Rossett

Join the festive fun at Rossett Hall Hotel near Wrexham. There’s a Wreath Making Evening on 2nd December, Breakfast with Father Christmas on 11th and 19th December, Christmas Lunch with Bublé on 12th December and Christmas Carols at Oscars on 19th December. You can also indulge in a Festive Afternoon Tea daily through most of December. Booking for all events is essential. Visit

www.everbrightgrouphotels.

com/rossetthallhotel.

A song and dance at Pontio

Giselle, 27th November Ballet Cymru presents a new ballet based on the eternal story of Giselle, the young girl who falls in love with the wrong person and pays a terrible price. 7.30pm. Tickets from £11.

Cwmwl Tystion/Riot!, 30th November Inspired by a poem by Waldo Williams, Welsh musicians come together to perform an immersive live performance about rioting in Wales, incorporating elements of jazz, hip-hop, avant garde and Welsh folk music. 7.30pm. Tickets from £12.

The Furrow Collective: We Know By The Moon, 15th

December Four talented and individually prominent performers drawn together by a shared love of the traditional songs and balladry of England, Scotland and beyond. Prepare to be bewitched by eerie storysongs and seasonal carols that revel in the strange and wonderful traditions of these isles. 8pm. Tickets from £11. www.pontio.co.uk

DID YOU KNOW? The Furrow Collective won Best Group at the 2017 Radio 2 Folk Awards

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11TH-22ND DECEMBER

•11th December,

Murder Under The Mistletoe, Theatr

Clwyd, Mold Assist the inspector with his investigations, trade clues with fellow guests and fi gure out who is responsible for this Christmas murder! 7pm. Tickets £20. www.theatrclwyd.com

•11th, 12th & 18th-24th

December, Santa’s Special Train Ride, Rhyl Miniature

Railway Every child will meet Santa and receive a festive gift. Times vary. £12. Book at www. rhylminiaturerailway.co.uk.

Unique seasonal makes in Mostyn

Get your creative juices flowing at Abakhan in Mostyn, Flintshire. Try Christmas Crochet on 5th November, Make Your Own Leggings on 7th November, make a Bargello Christmas table runner on 13th November and cushions on 26th November. Tickets can be booked online at www.eventbrite.co.uk.

Fine festive food

If you’re looking to impress with your cooking skills this Christmas, the Cookery School at Bodnant Welsh Foods has all you need. All demonstrations, which take place the heart of the Conwy Valley at Tal-y-Cafn, begin at 10am and cost £15 per person.

www.bodnant-welshfood.co.uk

Ancient and new nds

Events at Oriel Môn in Llangefni include a Christmas Craft Fair, from 6th November to 24th December. While you’re there, why not catch Parc Cybi: A Landscape Through Time, which runs until 16th January and looks at the archaeological exhibition of finds from the Parc Cybi site in Holyhead. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am to 5pm. www.orielmon.org

•17th December,

Steven Moore, St Giles’ Parish Church

Wrexham The percussionist performs a selection of preludes, encores and Christmas classics. 7pm. www.facebook. com/StevenMoorePercussionist

•17th December,

A Christmas Party with Andy Powell, Brymbo Sports & Social Club, Wrexham

Meet and greet the Wales and Lions legend. A meal and disco is provided. 7pm. From £11. tickets.ents24.com

•17th-24th December, Aladdin,

The Rhyl Little Theatre Rhyl

Traditional pantomime madness, with stunning scenery, beautiful costumes and plenty of boos and hisses! Times vary. From £10. www.rhyllittletheatre.co.uk

The Stiwt gets back in the swing!

Soul at the Stiwt, 12th

November Former Drifters Michael Williams and Ryan King come together with Motown’s Jordan King. They’ll have you dancing in the aisles and reliving old classics. 7.30pm. Tickets from £14.

The Welsh Chamber Orchestra, 25th November

Anthony Hose conducts a programme featuring Nathan James Dearden, a young composer described as “a champion of his generation” and whose music is said to be “hauntingly beautiful”. There will also be “Prélude Le Déluge” by Saint-Saëns and “Symphony No.85 (La Reine)” by Haydn. 7pm. Tickets from £11.

The Wizard Of Oz, 4th-31st

December Follow the yellow brick road to the Stiwt where LHK Productions will whisk you over the rainbow in its wizardly panto! Join Dorothy, Toto, Scarecrow, Tin Man and Lion as they meet the wonderful wizard. Times vary. Tickets from £14. www.stiwt.com

Travel back in time at Penrhyn

Penrhyn Castle’s Victorian Kitchens at Christmas, which takes place at weekends from

27th November to 19th

December, are guaranteed to get you in the spirit! The fire will be lit to warm up the traditionally decorated “downstairs” kitchen and the smells of freshly baked treats will fill the rooms. The event is free, but normal admission applies. www.nationaltrust.

org.uk/penrhyn-castle

•18th, 19th, 22nd & 23rd

December, Breakfast or Afternoon Tea with Father Christmas, Abakhan, Mostyn

Each child will visit Father Christmas in his grotto and receive a special gift. 9.30am11am & 1.30pm-3pm. From £3.50. www.eventbrite.co.uk

•22nd December,

Goldie Lookin Chain: Straight Outta Lockdown, Venue Cymru,

Llandudno The GLC is o cially Britain’s biggest rap group, known for classics like “Guns Don’t Kill People, Rappers Do”. 7.30pm. £19. www.venuecymru.co.uk

•Until 24th December,

exhibitions at Oriel Plas Glyn-y-Weddw, Llanbedrog,

Pwllheli The arts and heritage centre highlights the work of two contrasting artists: Wendy Murphy and Katherine Jones. Also showing are pieces by Charlotte Posner, Niki Pilkington and Danielle McIntyre. www.oriel.org.uk